Getting Rid of Acne Scars Quiz

Even after pimples and zits fade, acne scars may still make you want hide your face. Luckily, just like breakouts, acne scars have a variety of treatment options. But which one's best for you? From your own pantry to your dermatologist's office, test your knowledge of what works to fade and fill the marks of troubled skin.

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Question 1 of 10

Which of these is NOT a type of acne scar?

Elevated

There are two types of acne scars: depressed and raised. Depressed acne scars are the ones that look like pits or depressions on your skin. Raised acne scars appear above the skin's surface.

Depressed

Raised

Question 2 of 10

Ice pick acne scars are:

Wavy and deep

Sharp and narrow

Scars that look like sharp, narrow indents -- that give the impression your face was punctured -- are called ice pick acne scars.

Wide and circular

Question 3 of 10

Scars form when the skin is damaged on what level?

Dermal

No scar ever fully disappears. This is because scars form when your skin is damaged in the dermal level, the layer of skin where new skin cells originate. As your body heals the wound, it creates new collagen fibers, and this repair of damaged tissue results in a scar.

Epidermal

Hypodermal

Question 4 of 10

What qualities should you look for in makeup to cover acne scars?

Make sure it contains drying ingredients.

Pick a label that says it's organic.

Look for something oil-free and non-comedogenic.

If you decide to tackle your acne scars by covering them with makeup, be sure to choose oil-free, noncomedogenic cosmetics to help prevent future breakouts. In addition, be sure to properly cleanse your skin each day to prevent your pores from clogging.

Question 5 of 10

Which of these ingredients does NOT usually appear in topical creams that help reduce the appearance of scars?

Glycerin

These creams often contain alpha hydroxy acids or salicylic acids, and some contain corticosteroids or antihistamines to help reduce inflammation and itching.

Alpha hydroxy acids

Corticosteroids

Question 6 of 10

Dermabrasion requires what tool to remove the top layer of damaged skin?

chemicals

wire brush

Dermabrasion is an outpatient surgical procedure in which a surgeon essentially sands away the top layer of damaged skin with a wire brush. As new skin grows where the damaged skin was removed, the face takes on a smoother look.

metal grater

Question 7 of 10

Which of these is a type of depressed acne scar?

striking

rolling

Depressed scars occur when you lose fat or muscle under the skin. Those that give your skin a wavy texture are called rolling acne scars.

ruminant

Question 8 of 10

What can happen to raised acne scars over time?

They can become itchy and painful.

Raised acne scars pack a double whammy -- along with becoming larger over time, raised scars can also be itchy and painful.

They can grow deeper.

They can develop scales.

Question 9 of 10

This substance is known to help heal skin and make it smoother. What is it?

Lemon juice

Castor oil

Tea tree oil

Gels that contain tea tree oil have been known to heal the skin and make it smoother, but this treatment may cause allergic reactions in people with sensitive skin.

Question 10 of 10

Fillers can help lessen the appearance of scars that are below the surface. How long do fillers usually last?

6 months to a year

3 to 6 months

If you have scars that are below the surface of the skin, fillers like collagen or your own fat can be injected into the scars. This procedure has immediate results but will need to be repeated -- fillers typically last from three to six months.